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2006-2007 Freightliner Columbia recall: front

Freightliner LLC reported this safety recall on November 2, 2006. It covers about 1 vehicles.

vehicles affected
1
reported
Nov 2, 2006
owners notified
Jan 22, 2007

Suspension: front

What is wrong
On certain trucks equipped with arvinmeritor front axle assemblies, the front spindle nut may be over-tightened causing preload on the front wheel bearings which may lead to premature bearing wear.
Risk
If rapid bearing wear is allowed to progress, the front wheel assembly may separate from the vehicle and cause a crash without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the front hub installation for correct bearing adjustment. If the bearing adjustment is incorrect, the front wheel bearings will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on january 22, 2007. Owners may contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Recall number 06V424000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 06V424000

Is there a recall on the 2006-2007 Freightliner Columbia front?

Yes. Recall 06V424000, reported on November 2, 2006, covers about 1 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 06V424000?

Dealers will inspect the front hub installation for correct bearing adjustment. If the bearing adjustment is incorrect, the front wheel bearings will be replaced free of charge. The recall began on january 22, 2007. Owners may contact freightliner at 1‑800‑547‑0712.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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